Neonotonia wightii

Neonotonia wightii

Overview

Neonotonia wightii, commonly known as perennial soybean or glycine, is a twining perennial legume native to tropical Africa and Asia, widely cultivated thr

Neonotonia wightii, commonly known as perennial soybean or glycine, is a twining perennial legume native to tropical Africa and Asia, widely cultivated throughout the tropics as a pasture and cover crop legume. It produces clusters of small white to pale purple flowers and trifoliate leaves, growing vigorously in tropical and subtropical climates with moderate rainfall. The species fixes atmospheric nitrogen and is valued for improving soil fertility and providing high-protein forage for livestock.

Taxonomy

อันดับ Fabales
วงศ์ Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Neonotonia wightii

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What family does Neonotonia wightii belong to?
Neonotonia wightii (Neonotonia wightii) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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